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Follow on Google News | Venture Plastics Partners with Non-Profit Wings For VincentVenture Plastics, Inc., with processing facilities in Newton Falls, Ohio, and El Paso, Texas, is partnering with local non-profit Wings For Vincent. Wings for V
By: Venture Plastics, Inc. "In July of 2016, Venture Plastics initiated a partnership with Carolle and Alan Venturio, the founders of the non-profit Wings for Vincent. Since that time, our company donated several thousand pounds of non-toxic polypropylene pellets used to make the weighted blankets, vests, and lap pads providing relief for children suffering from sensory processing disorders," stated Gary Flattum, the vice president of Venture Plastics. Photo Caption: Weighted blankets, vests, and lap pads are used for those with sensory processing disorders. They reduce anxiety in people experiencing disorders such as: Autism (autism spectrum disorders), Asperger Syndrome, ADD/ADHD, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Dementia, Restless Legs Syndrome, Sleeping Disorders, and more. The weighted blanket offers deep pressure, without uncomfortable restriction, which in turn makes our bodies produce serotonin and endorphins. When these chemicals are released our bodies feel calm and relaxed. The weighted products act as a "hug" for the child experiencing episodes of anxiety. Vincent's Story: In October of 2012, Vincent was diagnosed with a glioblastoma (brain tumor). For a year prior to the diagnosis, the family knew there was something wrong, but could not find any answers. Vincent was suffering from both mental and physical issues. The family sought help from various specialists before coming across a physician at Akron Children's Hospital who discovered the source of Vincent's problems. Three days after a diagnosis, Vincent had brain surgery followed up with chemotherapy, radiation, and countless hours of therapy. Given the rarity of a Glioblastoma Multiform in children, the family decided to try treatments in a promising field involving targeted cancer gene therapy. Vincent fought a good fight through treatments and therapies. However, he ultimately succumbed to cancer in March of 2014. The family misses him dearly. Throughout Vincent's fight, the family encountered exceptional individuals, caregivers, and family support. The most compassionate moments came when our lives were touched by the smaller local charities that wanted us to know we were not alone. It's in this spirit that we established Wings For Vincent. For more information and/or to donate: http://www.wingsforvincent.org cventurino@wingsforvincent.org 330.423.3347 Learn more at: http://www.ventureplastics.com End
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